This infographic breaks down the newly signed MoU between GeM and UN Women to boost participation of women-led enterprises in government procurement. It visually captures how public procurement can be a game-changer for women entrepreneurs, especially micro and small businesses.

Key elements: training programs, validation criteria, onboarding workshops, and access to R&D labs — all part of the joint initiative. The graphic also highlights the “Womaniya” initiative under GeM, aimed specifically at making procurement more accessible to women-run enterprises.

By linking gender equality with procurement reforms, the infographic shows how government purchasing power can be redirected to uplift underrepresented business owners. It also underlines long-term benefits economic empowerment, better access to government contracts, and more women-led innovation in MSME sectors.